housing
Surrey says it passed 13,800 housing units
Surrey says it has passed 13,800 net new housing units. Here is what the city says is finished, what continues, and why the number matters.
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transit
What TransLink fares cost after the July increase
TransLink fares increased July 1, 2026. Here are the current Metro Vancouver cash, Compass, monthly pass, DayPass, and YVR AddFare details.
food-drink
Ramen Danbo sets Main Street opening dates
Ramen Danbo's new Main Street Vancouver location is in soft opening now, with official hours, address, grand opening date, and reservation note confirmed.
housing
Burnaby tenant protection bylaw is now in effect
Burnaby's Tenant Protection Bylaw is now in effect. Here is who is covered, what supports are listed, and what renters should check first.
local-news
What Metro Vancouver Stage 2 water rules allow now
Metro Vancouver Stage 2 water restrictions are now in effect. Here is what residents can water, what remains banned, and where to check local enforcement.
transit
How to take transit to Fan Festival final weekend
FIFA Fan Festival Vancouver ends July 19 at Hastings Park. Here is the transit, gate, bike valet, ride-share, and parking plan for the final weekend.
sports
Whitecaps say 30,000 tickets sold for BC Place return
Vancouver Whitecaps say more than 30,000 tickets are sold for the August 1 LAFC match at BC Place, with the club returning to its home stadium.
things-to-do
Free Vancouver Opera concert takes over Deer Lake Park
Burnaby's free Vancouver Opera concert returns July 19 at Deer Lake Park with a pre-concert celebration, food trucks, transit advice, and road closures.
things-to-do
Free VSO concert returns to Burnaby's Deer Lake Park
Burnaby's free VSO Symphony in the Park returns July 18 at Deer Lake Park with family programming, food trucks, transit advice, and road closures.